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‘A system of disjointed pieces’: Philly addiction medicine experts call for reforms in substance use treatment
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A rapidly evolving street drug supply that continues to have a severe impact on people who use drugs and struggle with addiction is outpacing the capabilities of current addiction treatment programs and options in Philadelphia, local health experts say.
After cyclist dies, Philadelphia advocates say concrete barriers would prevent deaths
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Thirty-year-old Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square Wednesday evening. It marked the first cyclist death of 2024.Since 2020, 27 people have been killed while cycling in the city of Philadelphia. Some advocates say Spruce Street has one of the most popular bike lanes in the city, but it's too dangerous for cyclists. Spruce is a one-way, one-lane street running east to west. The parking lane is to the right of the lane of traffic. To the left of the road is a small buffer lane,...
Ardmore’s Benj Pasek Could Join the EGOT Club With an Emmy Award Win This Fall
Ardmore native Benj Pasek has been nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on "Only Murders in the Building." If he wins, he win be the newest EGOT winner. native Benj Pasek is one of the most decorated performers in show business and is one step away from achieving the most coveted accomplishment in the industry, becoming an EGOT winner, writes Kristen Hunt for PhillyVoice.
Founder of Glenside nonprofit wins prestigious Horticultural Innovation Award from the American Horticultural Society
Larry Weaner, founder of the Glenside-based nonprofit New Directions in the American Landscape (NDAL), recently received the Horticultural Innovation Award on behalf of the American Horticultural Society. Weaner, who also owns Larry Weaner Landscape Associates in Glenside, was one of six horticulturists in the country to receive the award, which...
Cheltenham grad, Duke University senior named student-athlete of the year, ACC Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Co-Scholar Athlete of the Year
Brianna Smith, a 2020 graduate of Cheltenham High School a current track star at Duke University, has been selected as Duke’s senior female student-athlete of the year, the university announced today. She was also named the ACC Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Co-Scholar Athlete of the Year in recognition...
Power outages may last til Saturday in parts of Upper Bucks— which roads are still closed?
More than 500 buildings in Nockamixon Township may remain without power into the weekend, according to the latest estimates from FirstEnergy. The utility company's outage map shows that a swath of the township, mostly around Rock Ridge Road, may not see electricity restored until Saturday night. Which roads are still closed? ...
Man wanted for firing shots at delivery driver taken into custody in Northeast Philly, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A man who allegedly fired shots at a driver delivering for Amazon was taken into custody after he barricaded himself inside a home in Holmesburg, Philadelphia police said on Thursday. Police and SWAT set up a barricade outside the home on the 8300 block of Walker Street just after 2:15 p.m. and it lasted roughly two hours. There weren't any injuries reported, police said. It's unclear where the shots were fired at the delivery driver. This is a developing story. Stay with CBS News Philadelphia for updates.
Philadelphia doctor, former patient on mission to help others in need of organ transplants
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Dr. Stephen Dunn at Nemours Children's Hospital and Diego Garcia share a friendship that started three decades ago, but the doctor and his former patient had a special reunion Thursday to celebrate a major milestone.The doctor and his one-time patient from South America are now friends and are working together to help others who need organ transplants.Thirty years ago, Dunn saved Garcia's life."I first met Diego when he was a child who needed a liver transplant," Dunn said.In 1994, when Garcia was 4. He became one of the smallest patients to get part of a liver that...
Pedestrian Hit, Killed Standing On Philly Street Corner: Police
The man, believed to have been in his 50s, was standing on the corner of Frankford and East Allegheny avenues when he was hit by a Toyota around 7 p.m., city police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene, according to PPD. The driver of the Toyota remained at the scene and no arrests have been made as of Thursday, July 18, they added.
Phillies prospect’s Triple-A promotion might be short-lived as trade deadline looms
One of the many recent Philadelphia Phillies minor league promotions saw one of their top prospects earn a well-deserved promotion to Triple-A following his fine showing so far in 2024. That player was Phillies No. 12 prospect Carlos De La Cruz. De La Cruz put together the best minor league...
Man dies after being shot 7 times in Overbrook
Philadelphia Police are investigating after a 27-year-old man was shot seven times in the chest and killed in Overbrook. It happened near 54th Street and Gainor Road, a block away from the Wynnefield Baptist Church.
Meet Christina Manero: Glenside native and funeral director at Life Celebration by Freed-Givnish
Christina Manero of Glenside is in her 11th year with Life Celebration by Givnish. A former student at St Luke’s and a graduate of Bishop McDevitt, she initially attended La Salle University’s nursing program before finding her niche in the funeral world. She graduated from Mercer County Community College’s mortuary school in 2015 and has been a funeral director with Givnish ever since.
Connecting The Dots: Saquon Barkley proves that Micah Parsons will inevitably join the Eagles
Saquon Barkley’s arrival in Philadelphia sent a ripple effect throughout the NFC East. Not only did the Eagles add a dynamic player to an already prolific offense, but they stole him from a division rival. If you’ve watched this year’s edition of Hard Knocks, then you’re aware of how much Barkley meant to the Giants organization, regardless if they offered him a fair deal or not.
Camden County readies $1.3M upgrade for playgrounds in Newton Lake Park
COLLINGSWOOD — On a recent visit, a Camden County park here offered an unlikely view from its playground. An uprooted light pole — snapped at the base, smashed at its top — lay near swing sets and slides at Newton Lake Park. Two benches flanked a picnic table that had no table top.
Brandon Marsh's trade deadline story highlights why Phillies have the best clubhouse
Not much was known about Brandon Marsh in the early part of the 2022 season. He had been an everyday outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels since he got called up in 2021. Marsh was traded at the 2022 deadline to the Philadelphia Phillies on Aug. 2 for catching prospect Logan O'Hoppe. He immediately filled a hole the Phillies desperately needed with an impact bat and a solid glove in center field.
Conwell-Egan’s Julia Horger Secures Gold at Wrestling Nationals
Conwell-Egan's Julia Horger, emerged as the top local girls' finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior. Conwell-Egan’s rising junior, Julia Horger, emerged as the top local girls’ finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16-and-under Wrestling Nationals, securing a gold medal, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times.
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